Emerging Modern C++ Software Developer (ABQ)

Stellar Science is seeking Emerging Modern C++ Developers with some experience creating reusable, maintainable code to solve challenging math and physics problems. Recent or upcoming graduates with BS, MS, or PhD degrees desired, with a target start date of Summer 2026 or sooner. Join our unique, collaborative team to help implement leading-edge scientific software tools in fascinating domains. 
The main requirements are that candidates be top-notch, responsible, self-motivated, honest, able to work well independently or in small teams, and be able to rapidly learn new languages, tools, and techniques as needed to meet mission requirements.  Experience writing modern C++ is also required.
Applicants who convey a passion for developing quality code through listed projects, a link to an active github account, or extracurricular software development activities, will be given preference.
Experience in any of the following is a plus:
•           Additional languages: Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript
•           Relevant libraries: Boost, Qt, Eigen, Guava
•           Cross-platform development on Linux and Windows
•           3D graphics: OpenSceneGraph, OpenGL, WebGL
•           Supercomputing: MPI, OpenMP, threads, GPUs
•           User interface development: Qt, Swing, Material UI
•           Continuous integration: git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, CMake
•           Image processing, imagery analysis, computer vision, computer aided design (CAD)
•           Aerospace vehicles, astrodynamics, electromagnetics, space domain awareness
•           Modeling and simulation, including directed energy
A representative sample of your object-oriented C++ code will be requested early in the evaluation process, e.g. something you have written for work, for a class, or for fun. It should be long enough to help evaluate your programming and software engineering skills.

Extremely flexible work schedule & generous benefits.

US Citizenship required + willingness to undergo a background investigation.

Positions are in Albuquerque, NM or Tysons Corner, VA (Washington DC area).  Remote work is not available.